Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: BBC One
Type: Miniseries
Rating: 5.8/10
The Phoenix and the Carpet
Overview
The Phoenix and the Carpet is an eight-part British miniseries based on E. Nesbit's 1904 fantasy novel of the same name. Produced by the BBC, it aired from 29 December 1976 to 16 February 1977. Four Edwardian children find a strange egg in their newly-arrived Persian carpet. It hatches into a Phoenix bird that grants wishes and also transforms the rug into a magic carpet, which takes them on a series of adventures all over the world and at home.
This production, originally released in 1976, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Miniseries series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Kids genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 5.8 across its 1 season.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Sci-Fi & Fantasy and Kids.
- • Produced in United Kingdom.
- • Original Language: English.
Directed By
Written By
Starring Cast
Richard Warner
The Phoenix (voice)
Joe Barton
The Phoenix
Gary Russell
Cyril
Tamzin Neville
Anthea
Max Harris
Robert
Jane Forster
Jane
Seasons
Miniseries
8 Episodes • Aired 1976-12-29
Four Edwardian children find a strange egg in their newly-arrived Persian carpet. It hatches into a Phoenix bird that grants wishes and also transforms the rug into a magic carpet, which takes them on a series of adventures all over the world and at home.
